1959 Volvo 120 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 120 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
